Fabulously Delicious: The French Food Podcast
Fabulously Delicious The French Food Podcast is a deliciously entertaining culinary journey of France. Do you know the difference between a macaron, a macaroon, and Macron? Why is a croissant shaped like a crescent? Is a beef bourguignon made with wine from another region a beef bourguignon? Who are the mothers of French cuisine? Ever wondered who invented haute cuisine? Well if you've asked yourself any of these questions then this is the podcast for you. Join your host Andrew Prior a passionate Francophile foodie as he explores all things French cuisine from ingredients to dishes to profiles of fabulous French chefs.
Episodes
Every month the French food world delivers stories that stop you in your tracks — and March 2026 is no exception. We're opening with the sweeping new trade deal between Australia and the European Union, which after eight years of negotiations has finally been signed — and buried inside the headlines about beef quotas and defence partnerships is a fascinating food story about naming rights, geographical indicati...
Rungis: Inside the World's Largest Food Market
Seven kilometres south of Paris, larger than the entire Principality of Monaco, there is a place that most visitors to the city will never see. It opens at three in the morning. It employs 13,000 people every single day. It supplies food to 18 million people across the Île-de-France. And it quietly underpins every extraordinary meal you have ever eaten in France. Th...
Burgundy: The Food Capital of France You Need to Know
Burgundy. Most people think of wine. But the food story of this region is one of the most extraordinary in all of France — and most people have never heard it properly told.
In this episode I'm taking you deep into the heart of Burgundy — through the dishes, the ingredients, the cheeses, the drinks, the sweet things, and the remarkable people who have shaped t...
The Story of Clotilde Bizolon
Clotilde Bizolon, known throughout Lyon as Mère Bizolon, was one of the city’s most beloved figures, yet her story remains surprisingly little known today. In this episode of Fabulously Delicious, Andrew Prior explores how a widowed shopkeeper became “the mother of the soldiers,” offering warmth, food, and comfort to men passing through Lyon-Perrache during both the First and Second Worl...
French Food News: March 2026 — Michelin Moves, Bocuse at 100, and What’s On in France
This month on Fabulously Delicious, we’re serving up a full plate of the latest French food news — the stories, openings, trends, and tasty tidbits shaping the world of French cuisine right now. From Michelin Guide movements to cultural conversations and culinary anniversaries, this episode is your quick, delicious way to stay up to...
Life Is Better With Butter: The French Beurre Episode
Life Is Better With Butter: The French Beurre Episode explores the rich history, culture, and craft behind one of France’s most iconic ingredients. From ancient butter-making traditions to modern French dairy excellence, this episode traces how butter or beurre, became a defining pillar of French cuisine, baking, and everyday cooking.
Dive into the regional and cul...
The Cerise de Montmorency — A Very French Cherry
In this episode of Fabulously Delicious, we’re diving into the story of one of France’s most iconic fruits: the Cerise de Montmorency, a bright, tangy sour cherry with centuries of history behind it. From its first written descriptions in the 17th century to its status as a prized delicacy for Parisian nobility, this small fruit has played a surprisingly big role in Fr...
Voices of the Market: Les Cris de Paris
Voices of the Market: Les Cris de Paris takes listeners back to the bustling streets of medieval and Renaissance Paris, where markets weren’t just places to shop — they were stages filled with sound, rhythm, and theatrical flair. Long before advertising, signage, or social media, street vendors relied on their voices, crafting memorable cries to attract customers and sell every...
Croissants: The Surprising History of France’s Most Iconic Pastry
In the first episode of Season Six of Fabulously Delicious: The French Food Podcast, we’re diving into the irresistible world of the croissant — one of the most iconic pastries in French cuisine and a beloved breakfast staple around the globe. With its golden crust, delicate flakes, and rich buttery layers, the croissant is instantly recognisable, but ...
Revisit Pain D'Epice
As the festive season arrives, Fabulously Delicious, The French Food Podcast revisits a much-loved solo episode celebrating pain d’épices, one of France’s most iconic winter and Christmas treats. Warmly spiced and deeply aromatic, this traditional loaf is closely associated with Christmas markets, festive tables, and the comforting flavours of the season.
This episode is a replay of an earlie...
Revisit Capon with Emily Gaudichon
As Christmas approaches, Fabulously Delicious, The French Food Podcast revisits a beautifully seasonal episode all about capon, one of the most traditional centrepieces of the French festive table. This replay is shared especially for listeners who may have missed it the first time — or who would love to rediscover a classic Christmas conversation.
In this episode, host Andrew Prior ...
From Forest to Feast: The Story of French Châtaignes
In this deliciously autumnal episode of Fabulously Delicious, we dive deep into the world of châtaignes, France’s beloved chestnuts. From their prickly forest shells to their fragrant, comforting presence in winter markets, châtaignes have long been a symbol of warmth, heritage, and rustic French cooking. But these humble nuts hold far more than nostalgia — they ca...
Revisit A to Z of French Herbs - Black Elder - Sureau Noir
Black Elder—Sureau Noir in French—is a plant woven deeply into European history, folklore, and cuisine. In this Revisit Sunday episode, we return to this remarkable shrub to explore its botanical roots, from its Latin name Sambucus nigra to its preference for sunny spots and its striking transformation through the seasons. Once you know its glossy black berri...
La Tour d’Argent: Paris’s Legendary Duck Restaurant
Few restaurants in the world can claim the history, mystique, and prestige of La Tour d’Argent, the Parisian institution famous for its iconic pressed duck, breathtaking views over the Seine, and centuries-old legacy. In this episode of Fabulously Delicious, we step inside one of France’s most storied dining rooms to uncover the truth, the legends, and the extraordi...
Périgord: The Land of Truffles, Duck, and Autumn Riches
Discover the flavours of one of France’s most delicious regions — the Périgord. In this episode of Fabulously Delicious: The French Food Podcast, host Andrew Prior takes you on a mouthwatering journey through the heart of southwest France, where truffles, foie gras, walnuts, and duck reign supreme. From rustic markets to Michelin-starred kitchens, the Périgord i...
Revisit A to Z of French Herbs - Bay Leaves - Feuilles de Laurier
In this week’s Revisit Sunday episode of Fabulously Delicious: The French Food Podcast, we’re returning to one of the most essential herbs in French cooking — the beautifully aromatic Bay Leaf, or feuille de laurier. Often overlooked yet always present, this humble leaf has been quietly flavouring French soups, stews, and sauces for centuries.
Host Andr...
The Story of Charles Ranhofer
Step into the dazzling world of 19th-century haute cuisine with this episode of Fabulously Delicious: The French Food Podcast, as we uncover the extraordinary life of Charles Ranhofer — the French chef who brought elegance, artistry, and refinement to America’s dining scene. Born in Saint-Denis, France, in 1836, Ranhofer rose from a young pastry apprentice in Paris to become the celebrat...
En Croûte: When the French Wrap Food in Pastry
What could be more delightfully French than taking something delicious, wrapping it in buttery pastry, and baking it to golden perfection? In this episode of Fabulously Delicious: The French Food Podcast, we unwrap the story behind one of France’s most elegant and enduring culinary techniques — en croûte. From beef and salmon to vegetables and even cheese, en croûte is t...
Revisit A to Z of French Herbs - Basil - Basilic
Basil, or basilic in French, is one of the world’s most beloved herbs, and in France it holds a particularly fascinating place in culinary history. Often called Herbes Royales — the Royal Herb — basil carries a name rooted in royalty, mythology, and legend. From its beginnings in India to its journey through the Roman Empire and eventual embrace in French cuisine, bas...
Wine, Shallots, and Magic: Reductions and Gastrique Sauces in French Cuisine
French cuisine is famous for its sauces, and in this final episode of Saucy September, we’re diving into two of the most magical techniques of all: reductions and gastriques. From silky wine sauces to tangy sweet-and-sour glazes, these methods are the secret behind some of France’s most beloved dishes. If you’ve ever wondered how a simple li...
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